About the role#
This is a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Co-op position based in our New York City office. You will work alongside senior staff to gain hands-on experience in geotechnical and tunnel engineering. The role involves office work with some time spent in the field. This position is for the Winter 2027 term and is open to students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at Northeastern University.
What you'll do#
- Support a variety of engineering tasks to build your technical and professional skills.
- Learn the basic principles of Geotechnical Engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
- Support the preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Help collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company resources and follow the WSP Code of Conduct.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited Geotechnical or Civil Engineering undergraduate program at Northeastern University with a graduation date of June 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Geotechnical Engineering.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to take direction from managers and mentors.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A proven record of following workplace safety policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
- Preferred: Enrollment in a Masters or PhD program at Northeastern University.
- Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and design software such as AutoCAD, Plaxis, MicroStation, or Rocscience.
- Preferred: Prior internship or campus leadership experience.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $24.76 - $32.22 per hour.
- Note: No relocation or housing assistance is provided for this position.
About WSP
WSP is a professional services firm based in Montreal, Quebec. It provides expertise in engineering, advisory, and science-based services across sectors like transport, infrastructure, and energy. The company operates in more than 50 countries. It employs approximately 72,630 people.
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